The Big Parade Application

The Big Parade Application

Application deadline is Friday, June 26, 2026. Please thoroughly read Parade Standards and Regulations before application submission. Submit photo(s) under Attachments section.
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
example@example.com
City, State*
Does your group have a corporate sponsor?*

YesNo
Will participation promote the sale of a product, service or for-profit company? (if yes, please note that Eastern States Exposition may require a fee if applicant is accepted for participation.)*

YesNo
Has applicant previously participated in The Big Parade?*

YesNo
If yes, which year(s)?
Does applicant require a fee or compensation for participation?*

YesNo
If yes, enter required guarantee or price range.
Participation Type *
Organization Name
Band Name
Marching Band has accompanying:

Color GuardDrill TeamCheerleading Squad
Participation*
Car Club Name
if applicable
Year, Make, Model
Character Name
How will character travel parade route?

WalkVehicle
Is a handler required?

YesNo
Float Theme
Float Dimensions
Number of Float Escorts
Number of Float Riders
Will there be music or amplified sounds on the float?

YesNo
Application Type

IndividualGroup
Organization Name
Organization Type
Number of Participants
Group Name
Group Type
Number of Members
Will group perform a routine while marching the route?

YesNo
Check all available dates. Must select minimum of three (3):*

Friday, September 18Sunday, September 27Saturday, September 19Monday, September 28Sunday, September 20Tuesday, September 29Monday, September 21Wednesday, September 30Tuesday, September 22Thursday, October 1Wednesday, September 23Friday, October 2Thursday, September 24Saturday, October 3Friday, September 25Sunday, October 4Saturday, September 26
View the list of Special & State Days, here.
Which date is preferred?*
Attach photos, proposal, etc.

Cancelof
Link(s)
(i.e Website, Facebook, Youtube)
Additional Information
Should be Empty: